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Top 8 Best and Worst Anti-Inflammatory Foods

1. Fish:Salmon, herring, black cod, and sardines are filled with omega-3s to help decrease inflammation. If you don’t enjoy salmon, try taking an omega-3 supplement with EPA and DHA (3 grams/day).

2. Healthy Fats: Extra virgin olive oil, canola oil, avocado, flaxseed, and nuts are great for inflammation, arthritis and the heart. Best way to incorporate extra virgin olive oil or canola oil into your daily meal is to add it to a homemade salad dressing. Can add flaxseed to your cereal or yogurt. Nuts are a wonderful mid-day snack option. Add fresh avocado to a salad or sandwich.

3. Vegetables: Incorporate dark green vegetables into your daily meals. They are rich in antioxidants and help prevent inflammation. You can make a vegetable stir-fry or a delicious green salad to ensure you are consuming enough vegetables.